38181-4
ClinicalXR Chest Diameter.lateral
Definition
The relationship of AP diameter to lateral diameter of the chest is ~0.8 to 1. Lateral measurement of the chest is measured from the interior margin of the lateral rib cage at the level of the right diaphragm, using the PA chest x-ray.
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
Diameter.lateral
Property
Len
Time Aspect
Pt
System
Chest
Scale Type
Qn
Method Type
XR
Details
Class
RAD
Order/Observation
Observation
Short Name
XR Chest Diam Lat
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 38181-4?
LOINC code 38181-4 identifies "XR Chest Diameter.lateral". The relationship of AP diameter to lateral diameter of the chest is ~0.8 to 1. Lateral measurement of the chest is measured from the interior margin of the lateral rib cage at the level of the right diaphragm, using the PA chest x-ray.
What does 38181-4 measure?
This code measures Diameter.lateral in Chest. It belongs to the RAD class in the LOINC classification.
What is LOINC?
LOINC (Logical Observation Identifiers Names and Codes) is a universal standard for identifying laboratory and clinical observations. It is maintained by the Regenstrief Institute and used worldwide for health data exchange.